[Short Story Inspiration]
Probably should have talked about this in the previous chapter, but I guess now is a good time as any to address nepotism. I've seen this happen quite a bit in MLP Fanfiction, but not often. If Celestia or Luna have a daughter, she will inherent the throne, along side the ability to move the sun and moon (And be an alicorn). If the Main 6 have daughters, they will inherent the Elements of Harmony (And probably be alicorns). And if an OC is the father, she will inherent... uhhh... nothing? (She will still be alicorn though).
Noticed how I never assumed they will have a son? That is because if any of these characters were to give birth to a boy, that colt will most definitely be the main OC. Same goes for adoption stories, with the difference being that girls and Changelings might be a rare occurrence.
You guys might look at the word nepotism and think, "Money, favoritism, and power". But in fanfiction, when you're father is an OC.
All you are to him is an Epilouge.
[Chapter 14: The Gala of all Time 2/2]
Princess Celestia and Galaxy were walking down the hallway, heading towards the ball room the Gala was being held. On their way, many guards were interrupting them for no reason other than to do so, some even picking some fights with Galaxy. By the 5th time it got pretty annoying, so Galaxy opted to use Conqueror's Haki indiscriminately upon sight of any guard. It worked like a charm.
Galaxy: And down goes another retard! In all honesty, I didn't really like that guy.
Celestia: Jokes only work towards those who love you, have the decency to understand why it doesn't work on me.
Galaxy: Fine...
It got slightly awkward after Celestia's retort. However, Galaxy is an unhinged fellow, so it didn't affect him much. Especially knowing that Discord's magic is still within her. As they got closer to the ball room, the Princess of the Sun had a few things to address before arriving.
Celestia: Aren't you tired of all of this. Doesn't the repetitive nature of your life drives you mad?
Galaxy: If that was the case, I wouldn't be doing this anymore wouldn't I?
Celestia: Fair point, however, you should go back to your original world eventually. You don't belong here, you never did.
Galaxy: Thanks, fuck you too... Hearing your doubts over my wellbeing is as soothing as being wrapped in a sheet of sandpaper.
Celestia: You're welcome...
More of Celestia's guards kept plopping down as they got closer. If she didn't knew any better, she would assume Galaxy's Haki was getting a bit intense. Aside from that, the ball room was finally on sight, being guarded by guards that fainted like the rest. Both walked side by side, until Galaxy's steps began to waver, and unexpectedly came to a halt.
Princess Celestia eventually notice the prince steps become silent, turning around to see Galaxy slightly far off. The alicorn princess couldn't hold the urge to ask what's wrong, as she was expecting Galaxy to be exhilarated to finally make his appearance.
Celestia: Why are you stopping?
Galaxy: Something came to my mind recently, and I can't help but wonder why this thought never came to me before. I should have asked this since the day I met that twat.
Celestia: I'm listening...
Galaxy: You better, cause this is important. How the hell did you knew about me before I came to Equestria?
Celestia: Oh...! Huh...
How could Princess Celestia ever forget that day. It was on the same day Galaxy crash landed into the Everfree Forest. Celestia pause to think thoroughly on the book containing the prophecy, remembering clearly that It didn't spoke favorably of Galaxy. It's hard to believe Galaxy is the type of pony to slander himself before entering Equestria, such a thing is illogical. Which means the prophecy about his arrival was probably made by an unknown third party, one who is fully aware of Galaxy's intentions.
At the beginning Celestia believed Galaxy wrote it himself. But after taking into account his questioning, she knows the warning of his arrival must be something deeper than that. The princess came to the conclusion that telling him might not be a bad move. There's now a new mystery hiding in the background, and she wants to seek the truth no matter what it takes.
Celestia: *Sigh* It all started on the day of your arrival, as a book appeared before me while I was sorting the castle library...
[Verge of the 20th day: 9 days remaining]
Over at the garden, the six daughters of Galaxy were blown away, landing on separate flowers patches. They all quickly looked up, as the pegasus Lapistoria was descending slowly from above. Fluttershy's daughter: Himawari, and Rainbow Dash daughter: Sora, act immediately as Lapistoria touched land. Sora switched her Replica Monado with the Monado Abyss, and Himawari draw Zangetsu, Ichigo's Zanpakuto from the Bleach universe.
Himawari: [Getsuga TENSHOU!!!]
Sora: [MONADO 破 (Purge)]
Both Ether and Reiatsu merge into a huge vertical slash heading straight to the young pegasus. Lapistoria was actually planning on tanking the attack with her wing aura, until she realized with Observation Haki that the Monado 破 side of the attack had the ability to purge auras. Lapistoria side step the attack, allowing Ringo and Hanabi a chance to retaliate.
Ringo: [ULTIMA!!!]
Hanabi: [Big Bang ATTACK!!!]
Both attacks came from above as one. Big Bang Attack belonging to the Dragon Ball universe, and Ultima belonging the Final Fantasy universe. And once again, one aspect of the attack, that being Ultima, is unblockable and cannot be reflected. This attack was sure to make a gigantic explosion, probably taking a chunk of the castle with it.
Lapistoria: *Gasp*
Lapistoria's desire to send the attack far away cause her to unlock a new power. A dark hole with eyes opened below her, taking her and the attack somewhere unknown. This power unique to Yukari from the Touhou universe, is the ability to manipulate boundaries, otherwise known as "Gaps".
This takes us to the small town of Ponyville. Next to the town hall, a Gap formed on the ground, flinging Lapistoria, and sending the attack high into the sky. The young filly looked at her surroundings, quickly understanding her situation, and then jump back into the Gap. Once the hole closed, the town of Ponyville was woken up by the sound of the greatest fireworks of all time.
After coming back to Canterlot, the girls were still not letting her catch her breath. It was now Hoshi and Kagayaku's time for a combination attack. The two alicorns were in the sky, and behind them there was a giant planet shaped rock aimed straight at her. Hoshi, having powers form the Naruto universe was naturally using the Rinnegan.
Kagayaku: Another world awaits... "Desu~wa"
Hoshi: And you're going! "Desu"
Hoshi/Kagayaku: [PLANETARY DEVASTATION!!!]
The line they've used before launching the attack belongs to Neku and Joshua from The World Ends with You universe. Which means this isn't some ordinary meteor, this is a LV 3 Fusion attack. Princess Luna and Spike were in complete astonishment, how were the guards turning a blind eye to this ludicrous display of power? Let alone not listen to the loud noises.
Spike: WHAT THE HECK IS WRONG WITH THEM!? THEY'RE GONNA BLOW UP THE CASTLE!!!
Luna: !!!
Princess Luna paid close attention to Lapistoria. It seems this attack was not one she was willing to dodge. The filly closed her eyes as the aura of her wings went straight to her forehead, and once she opened her eyes, they gained a light blue hue. From the universe of Katekyo Hitman Reborn, Lapistoria access Hyper Dying Will, specially the Rain Flame used by Basil in the series.
Sora: The fuck is that!? "Dawa"
Hanabi: Some Ao no Exorcist shit! "Dayo"
Lapistoria soar into the sky with reckless abandon, and as she did, other colored flames surrounded her body. Storm (Red), Lightning (Green), Sun (Yellow), Cloud (Purple), Mist (Indigo), and Sky (Orange). All were neatly layered as rings around her body. And before proclaiming her attack, the filly draw a spear, the Alucard Spear, used by its new owner Jonathan on Castlevania: Portrait of Ruined.
Lapistoria: [SUPERNOVA OCEAN!!!]
Once the spear clashed with the meteor Lapistoria shout her attack, echoing loudly though the sky as the meteor crumble apart. The resulting explosion was definitely heard by the guests attending the Gala.
But before the blast was heard, we move over to the Gala. Celestia and Galaxy just made their entrance at last, drawing the attention of the crowd like stars in the sky. Despite vividly showing their admiration, the two alicorns acted as if no pony was even around. They just kept taking about their previous topic, disregarding the many ears that loom around them.
Galaxy: Thanks for the book info Cely. For a moment I thought that the twat was on to me from the start.
Celestia: Like I said, Lapistoria was our response to the message of the book. If you want to go on a goose chase in search of its creator, we won't stop you. Damage has already been done.
Galaxy: Nope, I got lots of shit to do already. If this fucker is willing to keep fucking my life, then I'll get him on the next Equestria.
Celestia: (And I'll make sure that never happens.)
Princess Celestia left without saying a word, leaving Galaxy to do his own thing. He was stun at her sudden leave, but he quickly put himself together in order to continue the Gala. Right now all he has to do is meet his girlfriends, and have the day come to an end. He wasn't feeling the vibe anymore. His daughters made sure of that by ruining his entrance.
Galaxy: (Where the fuck are the Main 6 anyway? Can't see them having any fun in a party like this one. Only a retard with down syndrome could find this remotely enjoyable.)
Blueblood: Mmmhhh, what an enjoyable Gala we are having, wouldn't you say, m'lady.
Rarity: STOP TOUCHING ME YOU SCOUNDREL!!!
Off in the background, Rarity was being harassed by Prince Blueblood. This stallion wasn't even trying to hide it, he got everypony disgusted. Galaxy on the other hoof was seething, finally some prime fresh meat to go chop down at the slaughter. If Galaxy gets to have a few hits on this creep, it will totally make up for that atrocious entrance.
Galaxy: (Ho boy... it's RAPING TIME!!!)
So here he comes, pulling up with the "Teleports Behind You" on Blueblood, having him turn around to see who it is, and then giving him a good old SLAPPING! Blueblood couldn't even see the hoof, all he was seeing was stars. Galaxy had the lad flying like a Wonderbolt straight to some tables, and face first into an ironically placed cake. For Galaxy, things where coming around full circle, the word catharsis went from a noun to a verb the moment his hoof smack that privileged rich asshole.
Rarity could not be any more thankful. She jumped on top of Galaxy with a huge hug and a barrage of kisses.
Rarity: OH GALAXY! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! MY LOOOOOVVVEE!!!
Galaxy: It is my pleasure, no need to thank me. I just did what I thought was right.
Twilight: Galaxy, Rarity!
The gang was all here, Twilight, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, and Applejack. They've all witnessed the amazing God Slap that send Blueblood straight to heaven. These girls looked like they've seen the ultimatest beat down Equestria has ever seen.
Applejack: Well I'll be, if you didn't, I would have given him a slugger myself sugar cube!
Rainbow Dash: Make it a double, that dude was looking for a beat down!
Blueblood: Uuhhhhgg... AAAH! MY NOSE!!!
By a miraculous twist of fate, Blueblood didn't got one shot. He got to stand up to touch his nose, only to realize it was broken and bleeding. The Elements Bearers laugh along side the crowd of ponies, who found his crash hilariously amusing. This infuriated Blueblood, who marched over to Galaxy in a vain attempt to assert dominance.
Blueblood: YOU MONGREL!!! Do you know who I am!?
Galaxy: At first I thought you were Blueblood, but after taking a closer look, your blood seems to be red.
The ponies laughter cracked up to eleven. He even had Rainbow Dash holding her stomach as she laugh on the ground. Blueblood was fuming, he truly wanted to intimate Galaxy. And he kept doing so despite being futile.
Blueblood: I CAN HAVE YOU BANISHED YOU KNOW!!! I'LL CALL MY LAWYERS AND HAVE A PRISON NEATLY PREPARED FOR YOU IN THE DEPTHS OF TARTARUS!!!
Galaxy: "I'll call my lawyers!" God, I swear you rich ponies share one brain cell with the ground. Cause that's where your IQ is located.
Blueblood: GGGGRRRRRRRRR!!! QUIT SLANDERING ME YOU FOOOOOOOLLL!!!
Blueblood tried to pull a quick one on Galaxy, that is if the punch was fast to begin with. Galaxy was seeing that thing coming in slow motion. It was going so slow, he could practically do his taxes on the meantime. But right now it isn't time for such things, right now it's time to have him eat concrete!
Galaxy side step to the right, he couldn't help it anymore. The moment he saw Blueblood throw all his momentum at him, the urge to bust some skulls was overwhelming him. Despite that, Galaxy suppressed his temptation, and instead threw a left hook straight at Blueblood's jaw. The feeling of bones breaking under his hoof had Galaxy on a blissful ride of satisfaction.
Blueblood: UUUGGGGAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!
Flying once again, with no cake to cushion his crash, Blueblood's body flew straight to a wall. The impact cracked its surface, along side his pristine spine. No pony was even shook, they all just kept laughing like if this was some kind joke. And in all honesty, it kinda is.
Galaxy finally had enough fun tonight. He walked over to Blueblood's unconscious body, looming over him so he can deliver the finishing blow. With his magic, he pulled him by the hair, and pointed his Keyblade (Oblivion) at him. It looked absolutely disgusting. Princess Celestia was witnessing this in full detail on the background. The sight of Blueblood's mangled jaw had Celestia at the verge of puking.
Celestia: (I... I can't see anymore of this!!!)
Galaxy: Now Blueblood, if I keep stabbing you with this, will your blood become as blue as your name implies?
*BOOM*
Right as he was about to thrust his Keyblade, the battle that was happening outside the castle was heard echoing throughout the ball room. The giant explosion from the meteor sounded like thunder to the ears of those oblivious to what was happening outside, but to Galaxy, he had all the context he needed.
The room's laughter turned into deafening silence. Everypony was in fear from the sound. However, they'll eventually come to fear something else real soon.
Galaxy: Huh?
Celestia: (Somepony is coming...)
The quietness of the room allowed its guests to hear clearly the steps of an approaching pony. With their attention aiming straight at the entrance, the ponies await the arrival of somepony dangerous. Within the sea of scared faces, Princess Celestia and Galaxy were the only ones to have a firm expression.
Not taking long to arrive, the pony who appeared before them was none other than Princess Luna, along side Spike. Above them, Luna was carrying Galaxy's daughters, who were exhausted from their fight against Lapistoria. Speaking of which, Celestia and Galaxy notice Lapistoria's absence, and despite their attempt to point that out, the mother instincts of the "Main 6" took priority. From laughing like maniacs, they shifted into screaming names.
Twilight: Hoshi!? HOSHI!!!
Fluttershy: Himawari!? W-What just happened!?
Pinkie Pie: I'M COMING HANABI!!!
Galaxy: (WHAT THE HELL!? And just as shit was starting to get good! Fucking bitches be losing on me!)
Spike: Princess Celestia!
Celestia: !!!
The little dragon ran up to Princess Celestia in a hurry. Spike had to let her know what happened to not have her worry.
Spike: Don't worry, Lapis is fine! She's resting in Princess Luna's room because the northern tower was destroyed.
Celestia: *Sigh* What a relief, I was slowly starting to have my doubts.
Spike: DOUBTS!? Listen, Princess Luna told me everything. Did you really let Galaxy's daughters go on and fight Lapis!?
Celestia: Yes...
Spike: But why!? Yes, the fight was kinda sided in our favor. BUT THAT WAS STILL TOO RISKY!!! These girls summon a METEOR!!! A ME-TE-OR!!!
Celestia: Don't worry anymore, the night is close to ending. Stand by me on the meantime, I want you to be safe.
Princess Luna dropped the girls on the backs of their respective mothers to then go stand in front of Galaxy. She had to "un-bottle" her frustration upon him. He was still holding the bloody Prince Blueblood by the hair.
Luna: Galaxy Spiral, it's important for you to play the role of a father. And to fulfill such role, you must always stop your daughters from doing idiotic things!
Galaxy: Lulu, quit being a hypocrite. Your little twat- SHIT!- I mean... "filly", was also at fault here. I bet she went wild with her powers, noted by the explosion that was heard.
Luna: That was your daughters fault! Lapistoria tried her best to keep damages to a minimum, while THEY kept trying to do dangerous attacks at the cost of the wellbeing of our guests!
Galaxy: Goddammit, can you stop putting that filly on a pedestal. I bet she wasn't doing that to protect you all. She was just taking her powers for a test drive.
Luna: Do you have anything better to say other than the complete opposite of what happened?
The anger exerting form Princess Luna had Celestia feeling a bit ashamed. She was the one who put her sister in the middle of this crazy conflict, without any consent on her part. It was understandable why she was mad, and for that reason the Princess of the Sun remained quiet to not be dragged in an argument she'll lose. However, that doesn't mean some pony else won't intervene.
Hoshi: She's... a cheater...! "Desu"
Luna: Excuse me?
Twilight: Please Hoshi, take a rest, it has been a long night.
Hoshi: I... I won't rest until justice prevails! "Desu" Cheaters never win, not when they spam powers like that! "Desu"
Luna: LISTEN HERE YOU-
"Princess Luna... please stop..."
Underneath everypony's noses, to the surprise of the princesses and Spike, Lapistoria appeared out of nowhere, standing next to Princess Luna. Her appearance was so abrupt, that Galaxy dropped Blueblood in an unconscious act to focus on this.
Luna: Lapistoria! what are you-
Lapistoria: No-no she's right, I am a cheater.
Hoshi: ???
Lapistoria: I'm a human after all, it isn't far fetch to believe that I can be as unfair as your father. Isn't that right Dark Matter?
Rainbow Dash: His name is Galaxy you buffoon!
Lapistoria: Thanks for reminding me, "Rainbow Crash".
Rainbow Dash: *GASP* HOW DO YO-... *EHEM* Y-You suck too...
"Was she really doing this?" Galaxy thought to himself. She was actually goating him into giving his opinion. He wanted to speak up to put this filly where she belongs. The thrilling feeling of conflict got him smirking confidently, and in due time he spoke his mind.
Galaxy: Damn, you actually went through all the stages of grief and straight into acceptance. How does it feel to be a monster? To have your mask ripped of your face for the whole world to see? You power hungry freak.
The crowd of ponies in the room turned from absolute confusion to unreasonable anger in a matter of seconds. It was as if Galaxy's words took a sway on the guests emotions. Falsely validating his question with the agreement of ponies who couldn't give less of a damn. The young pegasus was not bothered by the empty remarks of blank slates, so she went over to do something no pony was expecting from her.
Lapistoria: [LifeUp Ω (Omega)]
LifeUp it's a psychic healing technique used in the Earthbound/Mother games. The Ω version of this PSI move heals every one to full health. With this ability, she heal not only Galaxy's daughters, but also Prince Blueblood himself. The girls were waking up slowly, while Blueblood got up instantly to run away as fast as his hooves can let him. Galaxy threw his Keyblade at him, but Lapistoria was faster, and block the sword with the aura of her wings.
Blueblood: AAHHH!!! IM OUT OF HERE!!!
Lapistoria: I may be a monster, but unlike you, I don't lose to the seduction of power.
Spike: WOW!!! NO WAY!!!
Celestia/Luna: (She saved Blueblood!)
Galaxy: *Tsk* Whatever...
Lapistoria: Dark, everypony deserves a chance to live, even the rotten ones. If there's somepony who deserves to die, it is you...
Galaxy: Is that why you bothered on coming all the way here? To kill me?
Lapistoria: Not exactly... But if you want to die here, that can be arrange!
Celestia/Luna/Spike: !!!
Galaxy: Oof! sorry but...
Before finishing the sentence the Prince of Understanding tossed something over to the pegasus filly. Lapistoria catch it to then look at it in total shock. It was a pocket watch, quite a fancy one at that. But the design wasn't what alure the filly to it, it was the time.
It was ten seconds before midnight, which meant the day was coming to an end, so they couldn't fight now. However, upon closer inspection, those seconds were passing slow, extremely slow. But that was soon to change, as Lapistoria's attention was grabbed by an odd melody.
The pegasus looked at Galaxy, who was playing an ocarina, a really special ocarina. This was the Ocarina of Time, an item from the Zelda universe belonging to the game of the same name. But the melody he was playing was not from the same game. It was from it sequel; The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask. The song known as the Inverted Song of Time. This song allows control over the speed of time, which explains why time has been moving slowly throughout the night.
Galaxy: It seems our time has been cut short.
Lapistoria: *Gasp*
In a cold manner, Galaxy turned his back on the filly, walking over to his daughters and girlfriends. Lapistoria dropped the pocket watch Galaxy gave her, and when it touched the floor...
The long night came to an end...
[End of the 20th day: 8 days remaining]
[End of Chapter 14]